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Congressman Christian Menefee faces rising scrutiny as victims and families come forward

20May

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Houston, Public Interest

Congressman Christian Menefee faces rising scrutiny as victims and families come forward

HOUSTON, TX – An interview featuring civil rights attorneys, families, and Dr. Matthews outlined allegations and concerns raised about cases connected to Christian Menefee’s tenure as Harris County Attorney. Dr. Matthews stated during the interview that she is seeking answers after hearing from attorneys and families, saying the discussion was intended to highlight experiences described by those involved. One case discussed involved Tony Underwood, a 37-year-old man shot by Houston police on April 30, 2025, who later died on July 18, 2025, after spending 79 days hospitalized at Ben Taub Hospital. Below is a voice recording of Tony's mother, Patricia Underwood, talking about her son's condition before she was allowed to see him. Attorneys and family members stated Patri...

Dr. Matthews pulls endorsement of Menefee over treatment of family in fatal HPD shooting case

19May

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Houston, Public Interest

Dr. Matthews pulls endorsement of Menefee over treatment of family in fatal HPD shooting case

HOUSTON, TX – Dr. Matthews announced she is withdrawing her endorsement of Congressman and former Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee during a press conference focused on allegations surrounding the treatment of Tony Underwood’s family following a fatal Houston Police Department officer-involved shooting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gqeXCh2ng8 Dr. Matthews also criticized Menefee for missing eight votes in Washington, D.C., while campaigning in Texas, calling it one of the first red flags that caused her concern. According to attorneys representing the Underwood family, Tony Underwood was shot by an HPD officer and later hospitalized as a quadriplegic before dying on the 79th day after the shooting. Attorneys U.A. Lewis and Courtney Vincent alleged the family was denie...

70-year-old man found shot to death outside Clinton Park home

19May

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Houston

70-year-old man found shot to death outside Clinton Park home

HOUSTON, TX - A 70-year-old man was found shot outside a home on Fidelity Street late last night in Clinton Park. According to the Houston Police Department, an anonymous caller found the man and called for help. He was transported to a local hospital by the Houston Fire Department, where he was pronounced deceased. https://youtube.com/shorts/ppWSLaW8_Xs?feature=share The Houston Police Department's Homicide Division is investigating.

HCSO: Woman detained after telling deputies she killed woman at Crosby-area home

18May

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Harris County

HCSO: Woman detained after telling deputies she killed woman at Crosby-area home

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A woman was detained after Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a meet-the-citizen call and found a woman deceased inside a Crosby-area home. The incident occurred around 3:48 p.m. in the 17800 block of Adlong Johnson Road. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, a female caller requested deputies at the location and told them she had killed a woman and her boyfriend after they arrived. Deputies entered the home and found a woman believed to be in her 20s deceased from apparent gunshot wounds. No male victim had been located as of the briefing. Investigators said the homeowners were out of town at the time of the incident. The suspect, described as a woman in her 50s, was living at the home. Investigators later said they did not believ...

“I’ll make you taste the ancestors”: Activists confront attorney after racial slur allegations

18May

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Public Interest, Texas

“I’ll make you taste the ancestors”: Activists confront attorney after racial slur allegations

ANGLETON, TEXAS – Dr. Matthews, Quanell X, and other community activists confronted Attorney Michael M. Phillips outside the courtroom inside the Brazoria County courthouse after allegations surfaced that he repeatedly used the N-word during a family court proceeding. https://youtu.be/jiZ0DS9SNVs According to organizers and court transcripts referenced during the event, the racial slur was allegedly used multiple times in open court in the presence of opposing counsel, court personnel, and the presiding judge. The transcript shows Judge Chad Bradshaw warning Phillips that continued use of the language could result in contempt sanctions. During the confrontation outside the courtroom, Quanell X accused Phillips of intimidating a Black woman during the hearing and challenged him t...

Man found deceased under suspicious circumstances at northwest Houston mobile home community

18May

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Houston

Man found deceased under suspicious circumstances at northwest Houston mobile home community

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police Department homicide detectives are investigating after a man was found deceased under suspicious circumstances at a northwest Houston mobile home community. The investigation is taking place at the Chrystell Mobile Homes Community in the 4600 block of Chrystell Lane. According to the Houston Police Department, Houston Fire Department crews were initially dispatched to the home for a deceased person call. When firefighters arrived, they observed suspicious circumstances and contacted Houston police. Police said officers responded to the scene and determined the case would likely be investigated as a homicide. The deceased was identified only as an adult male. https://youtube.com/shorts/80_JeVC-XkE?feature=share According to the Houston Police D...

Several detained after man shot on JFK Boulevard in north Houston

17May

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Harris County, Houston

Several detained after man shot on JFK Boulevard in north Houston

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting on JFK Boulevard in north Houston and found one male suffering from a gunshot wound. The male was transported to a local hospital and was later released. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, several people were detained at the scene while investigators worked to determine exactly what occurred. Investigators said the individuals detained provided conflicting accounts of the incident. https://youtube.com/shorts/7UvFCLdvQJw?feature=share

Body found in Greens Bayou in east Houston by a fisherman

17May

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Houston

Body found in Greens Bayou in east Houston by a fisherman

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police Department officers are investigating after an adult male was found deceased in Greens Bayou near Interstate 10 at the East Freeway and Uvalde area in east Houston. The discovery was reported around 6:34 p.m. after a witness who had gone fishing spotted the body along the edge of the water and called 911. According to police, the body appeared to have possibly been in the water for several days. Officers said they could not determine the male’s exact age at the scene. https://youtube.com/shorts/tmTd1XzZjGs?feature=share Police also said it was unclear whether the body had floated to the location or if that was where the male originally entered the water. Investigators were unable to determine whether there were signs of trauma because the body...

Jones Capital Wealth sponsors Dr. Matthews book signing event in northeast Houston

16May

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Houston

Jones Capital Wealth sponsors Dr. Matthews book signing event in northeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Jones Capital Wealth sponsored a community book signing event featuring Dr. Matthews and her book, “Activism 101: Turning Outrage Into Action,” at the Eden Event Center in northeast Houston. https://youtu.be/iQBP8-ysO3Y?si=F-twG6W9wYRuX4TA During the event, PJ Jones of Jones Capital Wealth spoke alongside Dr. Matthews about financial planning, life insurance, and helping families prepare for the future. Jones said his work focuses on educating families about life insurance, college savings plans, and financial protection. Jones also discussed concerns about families being left without financial coverage after losing loved ones and said many seniors are overpaying for insurance policies. Dr. Matthews thanked Jones Capital Wealth for sponsoring the event and encou...

Woman accused of stabbing cousin during family disturbance in southeast Houston

16May

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Houston

Woman accused of stabbing cousin during family disturbance in southeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was stabbed during a family disturbance at a home in southeast Houston. The stabbing occurred around 9:45 p.m. in the 6900 block of Flamingo Drive. According to the Houston Police Department, Southeast Patrol officers initially responded to a family disturbance call around 8 p.m. Officers arrived and determined no criminal actions had occurred at that time, so the involved parties were separated while police remained on scene. https://youtube.com/shorts/jpCf95ShFro?feature=share Police said another disturbance later occurred, and the female suspect ran out of the home screaming while the male victim also ran outside. During the disturbance, the female suspect allegedly stabbed the male victim in the back. The victim, a man in his 30s, was transporte...